Audi A5: Risk Of Overheating And Failure Of Additional Coolant Pump

Audi A5 and A4 Recall Summary Audi is recalling 274 A5 and A4 vehicles because moisture can enter the additional coolant pump's electronic components, causing it to overheat and fail. In rare cases, this may cause localized damage that could lead to fire. Audi will replace the coolant pump and update the engine control software.

Recalling firm
AUDI
Product
Vehicles: AUDI A5, AUDI A4. Units affected: 274
Reason
On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire. Remedy: The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-06-11
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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